Tetraselmis chui Phytoplankton Culture
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Free Shipping On Orders Over $49
All orders over $49.00 ship free using a combination of USPS, FedEx and UPS. All in stock items will ship out within 24-48 hours Monday-Friday. Drop ship items such as large aquariums, large sumps and full aquarium systems can take 1-2 weeks to arrive depending on availability. This shipping offer is only available in the 48 contiguous US. Not valid on wholesale orders.
$7.99 Flat Rate Shipping On Orders Under $49
If your order is under $49.00 shipping is only $7.99 using a combination of USPS, FedEx & UPS. All in stock items will ship out within 24-48 hours Monday-Friday. This shipping offer is only available in the 48 contiguous US. Not valid on wholesale orders.
Drop Shipping
There are a few items that are drop shipped directly from the manufacturer. Any item that drop ships will be marked on the product page. Large items like aquariums, stands, and lights may take anywhere from 1-3 weeks for final delivery.
Returns For New Unopened Products Within 30 Days
We're happy to accept returns of new products in their original packaging within 30 days of original purchase for a full refund. Just give us a call or send us an email, you must receive an RMA number before shipping back your products. Returns received without an RMA number will be refused and sent back.
Returned items must be sent back to us in new and unused condition in the original packaging along with all accessories, warranty cards, manuals, software, cables, etc.
Special order items are non returnable and are marked on the items page.
Returns For New Unopened Products Within 31 - 60 Days
We're happy to accept returns of new products in their original packaging within 31 - 60 days of original purchase will receive a full refund in the form of store credit. Just give us a call or send us an email, you must receive an RMA number before shipping back your products. Returns received without an RMA number will be refused and sent back.
Returned items must be sent back to us in new and unused condition in the original packaging along with all accessories, warranty cards, manuals, software, cables, etc.
Special order items are non returnable and are marked on the items page.
Returns For Unused Open Box Products
Hold on to your packaging! If you purchased a product in the last 30 days that's opened but unused, has never seen saltwater and still has all of its original packaging (warranty cards, manuals, accessories, etc.) we can accept your return and offer store credit or a refund to your original form of payment minus a small 15% restocking fee.
- Products must be returned in the original packaging. Products returned with broken manufacturer seals, damaged or altered packaging, missing packing material, warranty cards, manuals and/or accessories will be treated as an unused but open item.
- Items purchased as new but have been opened and received more than 30 days after the original purchase will be returned to you free of charge.
- Items that show any sign of exposure to water or use, returned with damaged or altered packaging or missing packing material including warranty cards, manuals and accessories are not eligible for return and will be returned to you free of charge.
- All items sold under clearance, blowout, or liquidation are final and not eligible for return.
Manufacturer Defects & Warranties
Sometimes items just don't work out of the box, contact us and we'll work with you to make it right!
If your product arrives non-functional due to manufacturer defects, it may be exchanged for the same product within 30 days at no cost to you!
Purchased more than 30 days ago, but need warranty support? We'll ensure your issue is handled fast and efficiently by acting as the first point of contact. We'll introduce you to the best contact at the manufacturer, and make sure the manufacturer knows of the issue you're encountering!
Please Note:
- Shipping & Delivery fees are non-refundable.
- Gift Cards are non-refundable.
- Return shipping may be deducted from your refund.
- Please retain all product packaging and tags until you are completely satisfied with your purchase.
- Please open all packages and inspect all items for damage immediately upon arrival. Damages must be reported within 3 days of the reported delivery.
Tetraselmis chui Phytoplankton Culture
Product Overview
Tetraselmis chui is the large, robust green flagellate that delivers size, energy, and versatility to your reef feeding program. These 8-12 micron four-flagellated cells represent one of the largest single-celled phytoplankton species available to aquarists, making them ideal for feeding large-polyp corals, mature copepod populations, and substantial filter feeders like clams and sea cucumbers. The distinctive quadra-flagellar swimming creates vigorous movement that maintains water column suspension and triggers strong feeding responses in corals and invertebrates.
Perfect for diversifying beyond smaller phytoplankton species or targeting organisms that require larger food particles, Tetraselmis chui offers exceptional nutritional density with high protein (30-40%) and balanced lipid profiles. The robust cellulose cell walls provide sustained-release nutrition—organisms feeding on T. chui receive extended energy availability compared to soft-walled species that digest within minutes. High chlorophyll content supports photosynthetic coral zooxanthellae while the substantial cell size creates visible feeding responses you can observe. Tetraselmis chui also serves as excellent copepod food for established populations, though the larger size makes it less suitable for early nauplii stages. The species' hardy nature and vigorous growth make it easier to culture than delicate cryptophytes. Tetraselmis chui arrives as a living, actively dividing culture that adds crucial size diversity to your reef nutrition program immediately.